-LRB- CNN Student News -RRB- -- February 20 , 2014

What 's behind the unrest in three world capitals ? Today 's CNN Student News takes a look at developments in Kiev , Bangkok and Caracas . We continue our global coverage with a snapshot of unemployment levels around the world . And we deliver a Character Study of a young NBA team member .

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TRANSCRIPT

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DAILY CURRICULUM

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Media Literacy Question of the Day :

What perspectives do you think that journalists should include when covering stories about protest movements ?

Key Concepts : Identify or explain these subjects you heard about in today 's show :

1 . socialism

2 . contract workers

3 . Philadelphia 76ers

Fast Facts : How well were you listening to today 's program ?

1 . What are the capital cities of Ukraine , Thailand and Venezuela ? How would you describe what is happening in each of these cities ?

2 . According to the video : What 's been the general trend in Japanese job numbers ? What is holding consumer spending back , and why ? In the UAE , how has the Arab Spring impacted job numbers there ? What segment of the society seems to be most impacted ? What 's been happening to the unemployment rate in the UK since 2011 ? Did the creation of new jobs keep pace with those entering the employment market ? Why were the last two employment reports out of the U.S. disappointing ? Why are some economists cautioning not to read too much into these numbers ?

3 . Who is Kevin Grow ? What was his position on his high school basketball team ? What happened when his coach put him into the game ? What NBA team signed him to a two-day contract ? How have fans reacted ?

Discussion Questions :

1 . What challenges might reporters face when covering stories about violent protests ? Do you think that these stories need to be told ? Why or why not ?

2 . How does a country 's unemployment rate give us a glimpse into the state of that country 's economy ? Why might a period of political unrest be damaging to a national economy ? What role might uncertainty play in consumers ' spending ?

3 . Why do you think that the 76ers signed a contract with Kevin Grow ? What message does this send to their fans ? How do you think he impacts the team ? Are you aware of other professional teams who have signed individuals in a symbolic way ? Explain .

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